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Best Assisted Living in Omaha, NE

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 34 assisted living communities in Omaha, NE using Nebraska Dept. of Health and Human Services (DHHS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank assisted living in NE
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Avg Monthly Cost: $6,953The average monthly cost across facilities in Omaha, NE. Reflects published or estimated base rates and can vary with care level, room type, and amenities. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: $5,600
Avg Walk Score: 49/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Omaha, NE. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 50/ 100
Avg No. of Beds: 109The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Omaha, NE. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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The information below is reported by the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Public Health.

Aksarben Village Senior Living Community
AL
IL
MC
Omaha (South Central Omaha)
105
Facility 105
NE AVG 82
Rank #58 / 227
Yes
48
Facility 48
NE AVG 46
Rank #151 / 296
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
10
Facility 10
NE AVG 28
Rank #52 / 57
-A+Colleen JonesMid O, LP7
0
Facility 0
NE AVG 7
Rank #1 / 164
0
Facility 0
NE AVG 15
Rank #1 / 164
-
Facility -
NE AVG 52
Rank #1 / 164
0.0
Facility 0.0
NE AVG 4.0
Rank #1 / 164
Symphony Pointe
AL
IL
MC
RC
Elkhorn
115
Facility 115
NE AVG 82
Rank #47 / 227
Yes
16
Facility 16
NE AVG 46
Rank #259 / 296
Private Rooms---Shawn LahrLive Good Omaha, LLC1
0
Facility 0
NE AVG 7
Rank #1 / 164
0
Facility 0
NE AVG 15
Rank #1 / 164
-
Facility -
NE AVG 52
Rank #1 / 164
0.0
Facility 0.0
NE AVG 4.0
Rank #1 / 164
Westgate Assisted Living
AL
RC
Omaha (South Central Omaha)
80
Facility 80
NE AVG 82
Rank #83 / 227
Yes
50
Facility 50
NE AVG 46
Rank #141 / 296
Studio / Deluxe / 1 Bed
35
Facility 35
NE AVG 28
Rank #19 / 57
75.0% -Verlynn WinnickiSnh Neb Tenant LLC6
4
Facility 4
NE AVG 7
Rank #63 / 164
1
Facility 1
NE AVG 15
Rank #29 / 164
1
Facility 1
NE AVG 52
Rank #29 / 164
0.2
Facility 0.2
NE AVG 4.0
Rank #32 / 164
Bailey Pointe Assisted Living at Roxbury Park
AL
Omaha (Millard)
75
Facility 75
NE AVG 82
Rank #91 / 227
Yes
76
Facility 76
NE AVG 46
Rank #27 / 296
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed- 81.3% -Douglas WilliamsWell Nebraska Tenant LLC11
7
Facility 7
NE AVG 7
Rank #105 / 164
4
Facility 4
NE AVG 15
Rank #72 / 164
7
Facility 7
NE AVG 52
Rank #65 / 164
0.6
Facility 0.6
NE AVG 4.0
Rank #55 / 164
Crown Pointe
AL
IL
MC
RC
Omaha (South Central Omaha)
142
Facility 142
NE AVG 82
Rank #25 / 227
Yes
63
Facility 63
NE AVG 46
Rank #66 / 296
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
40
Facility 40
NE AVG 28
Rank #10 / 57
-A+Todd Milbrandt------
Remington Heights Retirement
AL
IL
Omaha (West Omaha)
79
Facility 79
NE AVG 82
Rank #88 / 227
Yes
45
Facility 45
NE AVG 46
Rank #167 / 296
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
25
Facility 25
NE AVG 28
Rank #35 / 57
36.7% A+Heather Holmes-7
3
Facility 3
NE AVG 7
Rank #55 / 164
2
Facility 2
NE AVG 15
Rank #49 / 164
5
Facility 5
NE AVG 52
Rank #60 / 164
0.7
Facility 0.7
NE AVG 4.0
Rank #58 / 164
Ambassador Health of Omaha
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Omaha
146
Facility 146
NE AVG 82
Rank #23 / 227
Yes
51
Facility 51
NE AVG 46
Rank #135 / 296
-- 58.2% -Administrator Jake Bleach-22
15
Facility 15
NE AVG 7
Rank #149 / 164
9
Facility 9
NE AVG 15
Rank #102 / 164
95
Facility 95
NE AVG 52
Rank #135 / 164
4.3
Facility 4.3
NE AVG 4.0
Rank #132 / 164
Heritage Pointe
AL
MC
RC
Omaha
128
Facility 128
NE AVG 82
Rank #39 / 227
Yes
33
Facility 33
NE AVG 46
Rank #210 / 296
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
20
Facility 20
NE AVG 28
Rank #41 / 57
77.3% -Krista Waddell-8
4
Facility 4
NE AVG 7
Rank #63 / 164
2
Facility 2
NE AVG 15
Rank #49 / 164
15
Facility 15
NE AVG 52
Rank #75 / 164
1.9
Facility 1.9
NE AVG 4.0
Rank #74 / 164
The Heritage at Sterling Ridge
AL
IL
MC
RC
Omaha (West Omaha)
135
Facility 135
NE AVG 82
Rank #30 / 227
Yes
32
Facility 32
NE AVG 46
Rank #216 / 296
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
11
Facility 11
NE AVG 28
Rank #51 / 57
60.0% -Ashley Hinrichs-7
3
Facility 3
NE AVG 7
Rank #55 / 164
1
Facility 1
NE AVG 15
Rank #29 / 164
3
Facility 3
NE AVG 52
Rank #47 / 164
0.4
Facility 0.4
NE AVG 4.0
Rank #45 / 164
The Cypress at Midtown
AL
NH
Omaha (Hanscom Park)
65
Facility 65
NE AVG 82
Rank #118 / 227
No
55
Facility 55
NE AVG 46
Rank #112 / 296
-- 81.5% -Administrator Sydney Prai-24
14
Facility 14
NE AVG 7
Rank #146 / 164
12
Facility 12
NE AVG 15
Rank #130 / 164
118
Facility 118
NE AVG 52
Rank #154 / 164
4.9
Facility 4.9
NE AVG 4.0
Rank #143 / 164
St. Joseph Tower Assisted Living
AL
Omaha (Dahlman)
110
Facility 110
NE AVG 82
Rank #52 / 227
No
63
Facility 63
NE AVG 46
Rank #66 / 296
1 Bed- 85.5% -Sherry Butler-9
4
Facility 4
NE AVG 7
Rank #63 / 164
5
Facility 5
NE AVG 15
Rank #80 / 164
19
Facility 19
NE AVG 52
Rank #78 / 164
2.1
Facility 2.1
NE AVG 4.0
Rank #77 / 164
Marquis Place of Elkhorn
AL
MC
RC
Elkhorn
69
Facility 69
NE AVG 82
Rank #108 / 227
No
28
Facility 28
NE AVG 46
Rank #224 / 296
Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
24
Facility 24
NE AVG 28
Rank #40 / 57
92.8% -Paul ElamCsl Elkhorn, LLC15
12
Facility 12
NE AVG 7
Rank #134 / 164
8
Facility 8
NE AVG 15
Rank #87 / 164
28
Facility 28
NE AVG 52
Rank #80 / 164
1.9
Facility 1.9
NE AVG 4.0
Rank #74 / 164
The Brant at Gretna
AL
IL
MC
Omaha (Millard)
86
Facility 86
NE AVG 82
Rank #76 / 227
Yes
54
Facility 54
NE AVG 46
Rank #118 / 296
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed--A+Katie NicodemusThe Brant, LLC1
0
Facility 0
NE AVG 7
Rank #1 / 164
0
Facility 0
NE AVG 15
Rank #1 / 164
-
Facility -
NE AVG 52
Rank #1 / 164
0.0
Facility 0.0
NE AVG 4.0
Rank #1 / 164
Bailey Pointe Assisted Living at Miracle Hills
AL
Omaha (West Omaha)
70
Facility 70
NE AVG 82
Rank #99 / 227
Yes
56
Facility 56
NE AVG 46
Rank #104 / 296
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed-0-Jessica GloverWell Nebraska Tenant LLC8
4
Facility 4
NE AVG 7
Rank #63 / 164
4
Facility 4
NE AVG 15
Rank #72 / 164
16
Facility 16
NE AVG 52
Rank #76 / 164
2.0
Facility 2.0
NE AVG 4.0
Rank #76 / 164
Esprit Whispering Ridge
AL
MC
Omaha
130
Facility 130
NE AVG 82
Rank #35 / 227
No
39
Facility 39
NE AVG 46
Rank #187 / 296
-- 65.4% -Cynthia Swanda-9
6
Facility 6
NE AVG 7
Rank #88 / 164
6
Facility 6
NE AVG 15
Rank #82 / 164
29
Facility 29
NE AVG 52
Rank #81 / 164
3.2
Facility 3.2
NE AVG 4.0
Rank #92 / 164
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Overview of Aksarben Village Senior Living Community

Administered by Colleen Jones, Aksarben Village Senior Living Community is a 105-bed senior living community in South Central Omaha. Operated by Mid O, LP, it’s set in a three-story building at 1330 S 70th Street and offers a mix of studio and one- and two-bedroom floor plans to cater to varying preferences and needs.

Aksarben Village Senior Living Community offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care, so residents are given routes for different care levels. It holds an Alzheimer’s Memory Care endorsement, affirming its ability to serve occupants with cognitive care needs in a specialized setting. Operating for a decade in the Omaha market, the home has built a record of consistent compliance.

Inspection data spanning more than a decade shows no deficiencies or complaints, reflecting stable operational standards around staffing, training, and regulatory requirements. The somewhat walkable surrounding neighborhood bears a Walk Score of 48. In turn, most errands need transportation, though some nearby services may be reached on foot. The location provides access to South Central Omaha’s residential areas.

Families considering Aksarben Village Senior Living Community can tour it in person to see the room options, common areas, and daily activities, plus to discuss the specific care level and floor plan best suited to their loved one’s needs.

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Overview of Symphony Pointe

In Elkhorn, Nebraska, Symphony Pointe emerges as a distinguished senior living community, seamlessly intertwining independent living, assisted living, and memory care services within its elegant surroundings. Each private residence is thoughtfully adorned with upscale furnishings, creating a haven of comfort and style. Symphony Pointe invites active seniors to embrace life at full volume, where elegance and aging converge in one harmonious place.

In assisted living, residents experience a chorus of support within luxurious surroundings, offering peace of mind with a dedicated team of experts always ready to meet their needs. For those seeking independent living, Symphony Pointe provides a symphony of choices. Residents orchestrate their days as they please, indulging in fine dining, concierge services, and curated events. In specialized care, Symphony Pointe artfully conducts joy each day through its memory care program. Residents with Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia thrive in a vibrant and beautiful community, receiving world-class memory care support. Symphony Pointe is where every note of senior living is composed with care and compassion.

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Overview of Westgate Assisted Living

Westgate Assisted Living, located in Omaha, Nebraska, has been a trusted provider of assisted senior living for 25 years. Their commitment to exceptional care and enriching experiences sets them apart from other assisted living places. With a diverse range of floor plans designed to meet individual needs, Westgate ensures that residents find their ideal living space within their community.

In addition to their dedication to individualized care, Westgate Assisted Living goes above and beyond to provide a welcoming and inclusive community. They understand the importance of fostering a sense of belonging and connection among residents. By offering various social events and opportunities for engagement, Westgate ensures that seniors have ample chances to build meaningful relationships and create lasting memories. When it comes to dining, Westgate Assisted Living believes that delicious and nutritious meals are essential for overall well-being. They provide a dining experience that rivals that of a fine restaurant, offering a variety of appetizing options that cater to different dietary preferences and restrictions.

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Overview of Bailey Pointe Assisted Living at Roxbury Park

Located in the serene residential area of Omaha, NE, Bailey Pointe Assisted Living at Roxbury Park is a prominent senior living community offering assisted living. Live a worry-free retirement within the snug and spacious residences of the community including studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom floor plans. With a kind and highly qualified team providing the highest quality of care, seniors keep their peace of mind and optimize their freedom.

Bailey Pointe Assisted Living at Roxbury Park fosters strong relationships with trusted healthcare providers to meet residents’ needs and aspirations. There is always something new to learn with a wide selection of fun activities and engaging programs conducted for enjoyment and wellness. Revel in delightful and nutritious meals catering to dietary needs and preferences. Surrounded by tranquil spaces and a friendly community, Bailey Pointe Assisted Living at Roxbury Park is a good place to spend your golden years doing what you love.

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Crown Pointe

2820 S 80Th St, Omaha, NE 68124
Overview of Crown Pointe

With four decades of experience serving occupants, Crown Pointe is an established senior living community in south Omaha at 2820 South 80th Street. The three-story home offers 142 residential units with studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom floor plans to match different preferences and needs. Todd Milbrandt leads the community as administrator. The facility offers four levels of care in one place: assisted living, independent living, memory care, and respite care. This on-campus variety lets individuals and couples find the right care setting for their situation, whether they have an active independent lifestyle or need extra support and memory care services.

Situated in South Central Omaha’s neighborhood, Crown Pointe stands in an average walkable area with a Walk Score of 63. The surrounding location supplies a mix of nearby conveniences and services, though personal transportation is useful for most errands and outings. The established neighborhood offers occupants a connection to local community resources and activities.

It’s encouraged that interested residents and families visit Crown Pointe in person to tour the floor plans, meet staff, learn about daily programming and services, and get a sense of its environment and culture. Touring will clarify the care level and floor plan that match individual needs and preferences. Residents and families can reach Crown Pointe for more data.

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Overview of Remington Heights Retirement

Remington Heights Retirement has gained recognition because of their praised service and consumer satisfaction. Residents of independent and assisted living are encouraged to find independence in the midst of the quality service they receive. The upscale senior living community strives to accommodate a diverse group of individuals that is able to meet all their needs. They provide a stimulating environment where their mental, physical, and emotional needs are being met through the assistance of compassionate and professional care staff.  Remington Heights is a person-centered community that guarantees residents are able to live life on their own terms as independently as possible.

As a proud member of Century Park Associates, Remington Heights provides exceptional and resort-like hospitality. Independent living and assisted living residents can find a list of possibilities that interest them with the amenities and services that cater to their day-to-day living: social and cultural events, indoor pool and hot tub, recreational activities, and many more. There’s an array of possibilities waiting to be discovered in the Remington Heights community.

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Overview of Ambassador Health of Omaha

Ambassador Health of Omaha is a 146-bed Nursing Home at 1540 North 72nd Street, Omaha, Douglas County, Nebraska. Administrated by Jake Bleach and owned by SNF/NF Distinct, the facility is Medicare-certified. Ambassador Health of Omaha is a healthcare facility focused on post-hospital rehabilitation and skilled nursing with extended care, skilled nursing and rehabilitation services, and specialized wound care.

Ambassador serves post-acute rehabilitation and skilled nursing populations. Occupancy is 58 percent, significantly below the Nebraska state average of 70.3 percent, with 85 of 146 beds occupied. Low occupancy suggests market or reputation challenges for a large facility.

CMS quality rating data is not prominently displayed in the public profile. Overall, Health Inspection, Staffing, and Quality Measures ratings are not clearly presented, preventing standard benchmarking against Nebraska averages.

The Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Public Health conducted 22 documented inspection visits. The most recent inspection on November 18, 2024 was a renewal inspection. The facility received 95 deficiencies versus the Nebraska average of 52, significantly above average. The inspection report notes the facility met statutory requirements for license renewal. The above-average citation count warrants careful review of compliance status and corrective actions.

Staffing is exceptional in clinical categories but unbalanced. Registered Nurse hours total 2 hours 8 minutes per day, 198 percent above the state average of 43 minutes, representing exceptionally high RN coverage. Licensed Practical Nurse hours total 2 hours 50 minutes per day, 295 percent above the state average of 43 minutes, representing exceptionally high LPN coverage. Certified Nursing Aide hours total 1 hour 47 minutes per day, 36 percent below the state average of 2 hours 46 minutes, below average. Weekend nursing totals 6 hours 8 minutes per day, 70 percent above the state average of 3 hours 37 minutes, exceptionally high. Weekend Registered Nurse hours total 1 hour 48 minutes per day, 272 percent above the state average of 29 minutes, a standout metric with exceptional weekend RN coverage. Physical Therapist hours total 6 minutes per day, 100 percent above the state average of 3 minutes, above average. Staffing profile shows exceptional clinical oversight with outstanding RN and LPN presence, particularly on weekends, offset by below-average CNA support.

Ambassador Health of Omaha operates as a for-profit community. Revenue, profitability, and payroll details are not disclosed. The 146-bed size represents a large facility.

Families should request information on the 95 deficiencies identified at the November 2024 renewal inspection, and the significantly low occupancy rate before placement.

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Overview of Heritage Pointe

The financial setup at Heritage Pointe in New Boston, Ohio, is straightforward. They use a flat-rate pricing model for all levels of care. Whether you or a loved one needs standard assisted living, memory care, or a short-term respite stay, costs stay predictable, even if health needs change over time. This kind of stability is especially great for couples, as it allows for adjoining rooms without the fear of costs suddenly ballooning.

Located at 3304 Rhodes Avenue and managed by Heritage Legacy Health Services, this 58-bed community is designed to be accessible, with full wheelchair access and a Walk Score of 66, which helps maintain independence and mobility.

When it comes to medical support, Heritage Pointe focuses on maintaining a reliable staffing ratio. They offer 24-hour care from licensed nurses and CNAs, averaging 4.88 nurse hours per resident each day. Plus, because RNs and LPNs directly oversee medication management, there’s a genuine sense of security regarding the quality of medical supervision.

The approach here blends necessary care with a real sense of community. Residents have plenty of ways to stay engaged, with amenities like a library, a fitness area, and an outdoor courtyard. There’s also a social snack bar and coffee shop, and the community keeps an active social calendar filled with events like cookouts, happy hours, and family gatherings.

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Overview of The Heritage at Sterling Ridge

The Heritage at Sterling Ridge in Omaha, Nebraska, serves seniors via a comprehensive care continuum: independent living, assisted living, memory care, and respite care all on one 135-bed campus in West Omaha. It has built experience supporting seniors across multiple care levels and conditions since its inauguration 11 years ago. This includes those with memory loss issues who benefit from specialized programming.

The facility, led by founder and CEO Farhan Khan with administrator Ashley Hinrichs, has a fully licensed team of nurses, caregivers, and aides. Occupants get diligent assistance with housekeeping, laundry, meal preparation, and personal care, from bathing and grooming to medication management and medical oversight, as part of the home’s extensive support model. Daily life balances care with life quality. An on-site movie theater, salon and barbershop services, fitness and educational classes, plus regular community events keep residents mentally and physically engaged. Meanwhile, the location scores 32 on walkability. This means visitors and residents will mostly rely on transportation, though the West Omaha setting is in a calmer residential neighborhood. The home currently operates at 60 percent occupancy (81 of 135 beds). To cater to different preferences and needs, it offers a blend of studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom floor plans.

The facility’s inspection record shows it’s performing substantially better than Nebraska’s average, with 94 percent fewer deficiencies annually since the past decade.

For families assessing the care continuum model, where residents can age in place without moving between facilities, the property’s multi-level setup under one management may simplify the transition process. Its long operating history and solid compliance record bolster confidence in its capacity to handle residents’ evolving care needs.

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Overview of The Cypress at Midtown

The Cypress at Midtown is a 65-bed skilled nursing facility that provides long-term skilled care, memory support, and rehabilitation services. Managed by Avid Healthcare Group, the property handles a mix of short-term recovery and extended placements, resulting in a 94-day average length of stay. Business indicators suggest strong local demand, with the home running at an 82% occupancy rate that outpaces state averages. Financial statements record a 2023 net operating loss of $525.7 thousand, though utilization trends remain on an upward trajectory.

Public health databases reveal a solid staffing structure and a clear upward shift in compliance following a recent change in ownership. Direct nursing care averages 4 hours and 32 minutes per resident daily, reinforced by weekend staff numbers and practical nurse hours that both run 21% ahead of Nebraska state baselines. Regulatory logs from March 2024 note zero deficiencies during the property’s standard licensing review, which accompanied the transition to new management. This clean assessment highlights progress from earlier historical cycles, which had compiled minor to moderate marks for medication administration, care plan execution, and housekeeping details.

Records show a history of zero recent financial fines or license suspensions, though historical enforcement logs include older, decade-plus restrictions from 2011 and 2014. Clinical quality summaries indicate good physical safety metrics, with resident fall rates tracking 54% better than the state average, though permanent resident data notes elevated depression scores.

Prospective residents evaluating regional skilled nursing or post-acute rehab options can consult these public health tracking files to weigh the facility’s current trends. Since the official documentation records strong daily care hours, rising local occupancy, and zero recent regulatory fines alongside a clear turnaround in compliance post-ownership change, the paperwork outlines a stable and improving clinical care environment.

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Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
01

Resident & Family Experience 35%

The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.

  • Includes
  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
02

Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • State Inspections
  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • BBB Rating
03

Visual Media & Transparency 15%

Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.

  • Includes
  • Video Tours
  • Virtual Walkthroughs
  • Photo Quantity
  • Photo Quality
04

Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

  • Includes
  • Website Content
  • Mobile Usability
  • Staff Info Available
  • Owner Info Available
05

Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
06

Environment & Pricing 5%

Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • Pricing Transparency
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Frequently Asked Questions about Assisted Living in Omaha, NE

What is the average cost of assisted living in Omaha, NE?

The average monthly cost of assisted living in Omaha, NE is approximately $4,800. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.

What is the price range for assisted living in Omaha, NE?

Assisted living in Omaha, NE typically ranges from $4,300–$6,900 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.

What is the typical staff-to-resident ratio at assisted living facilities in Omaha, NE?

Assisted living facilities in Omaha, NE typically operate with a staff-to-resident ratio in the range of 1:6 to 1:12.

What's the difference between assisted living and memory care in Nebraska?

Assisted living in Nebraska supports residents with daily activities (bathing, dressing, medication management) while preserving independence. Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and adds 24/7 secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and structured routines designed to reduce confusion and wandering.

What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in Nebraska?

Assisted living in Nebraska is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.

Does Nebraska Medicaid cover assisted living?

Nebraska Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for assisted living, but most states (including Nebraska) offer Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers that can offset the cost of care services delivered inside a licensed community. Eligibility, waitlists, and covered services vary — check directly with the state Medicaid agency.

What is assisted living?

Assisted living combines private or semi-private apartments with help on activities of daily living (meals, bathing, dressing, medication management) and a social calendar — for residents who need some support but do not need 24/7 medical care.